Option 5

Yes

Representation ID: 27316

Received: 24/01/2019

Respondent: Beech Developments (NW) Ltd

Agent: The Planning Consultancy

Option 5 is based on the Conwy Economic Growth Strategy which looks to drive forward a higher rate of economic growth resulting in a need for between 18.8 and 24.5 ha of additional employment land. Given that this Growth Strategy has been adopted by the Council, it would seem illogical that the LDP might not then look to put in place a planning strategy that would support the achievement of its goals.

For the above reasons we consider that Option 5 is the Option that should be pursued.

Noted - Since publication of the Economic Growth Strategy, as part of its LDP evidence base and in line with PPW, the Council commissioned an Employment Land Review (ELR.) The ELR looks at a range of growth scenarios based on past take up rates, economic growth forecasting, population projections, relevant strategies and significant regional projects. After reviewing these scenarios, the preferred approach is the scenario which combines economic forecasts with significant regional projects. This scenario allows for upto 14ha of additional employment land (including an allowance for contingency which is based on past take-up rates.)

Yes

Representation ID: 27344

Received: 25/01/2019

Respondent: Home Builders Federation Ltd

We consider that Option 5 is the best growth option as it is both aspirational and employment led which links back to the Councils wish to be the 'economic and cultural growth engine of North Wales'. As the Conwy Economic Growth Strategy which looks to drive forward a higher rate of economic growth resulting in a need for between 18.8 and 24.5 ha of additional employment land (i.e. at the top end, and slightly beyond). Given that this Growth Strategy has been adopted by the Council, then the planning strategy should support the achievement of its goals.

Noted - Since publication of the Economic Growth Strategy, as part of its LDP evidence base and in line with PPW, the Council commissioned an Employment Land Review (ELR.) The ELR looks at a range of growth scenarios based on past take up rates, economic growth forecasting, population projections, relevant strategies and significant regional projects. After reviewing these scenarios, the preferred approach is the scenario which combines economic forecasts with significant regional projects. This scenario allows for upto 14ha of additional employment land (including an allowance for contingency which is based on past take-up rates.)

Yes

Representation ID: 27410

Received: 25/01/2019

Respondent: Cllr Anne McCaffrey

I think we need to take cognisance of the potential demise of the Wylfa Newydd Project within the lifespan of the RLDP. Without doubt, this impacts on the need for housing and the jobs growth projections.
I do think we need to align the RLDP with our Regional Growth Plan. But I do think we need to be prepared to take a realistic and measured approach and resist being directed by WG or PINS to adopt unsustainable and undeliverable levels of growth.

Accepted in principle. The impact of Wylfa on the LDP jobs growth figures has since been removed.